2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Osee | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
